Education Risk Engineering Success Stories

Preventing Costly Water Damage Through Real-Time Monitoring

When it comes to water damage, early detection can make all the difference. Learn how one school district partnered with The Hartford's Risk Engineering team to implement proactive monitoring measures that helped prevent a potential $2 million loss and avoid significant disruption before the start of the school year.

The Risk

A high school faced significant exposure to water damage losses, particularly during nights, weekends and school breaks when leaks could go undetected. Water damage has been a major source of claims in the past for this school group.

Implemented Solutions

With guidance from our Risk Engineering Consultant, the customer implemented a comprehensive water sensor monitoring program, installing sensors and relays throughout key areas of the campus to provide real-time leak detection and alerts during unoccupied periods.

Success

When a rooftop unit drain leaked above the school’s main server room, the monitoring system immediately alerted facilities staff, enabling repairs before any damage occurred. The incident is estimated to have prevented a potential $2 million loss and avoided major operational disruption ahead of the new school year.

Avoiding Significant Project Losses Through Water Damage Prevention

Large construction projects can face significant financial and operational impacts from water damage losses. Learn how a university partnered with The Hartford's Risk Engineering team to implement proactive leak detection measures that helped prevent a costly loss and deliver an estimated $500,000 in cost avoidance.

The Risk	Implemented Solutions	Success
A $250 million university construction project lacked a formal water damage prevention plan and leak detection technology, increasing the risk of a costly water loss, especially as the project experienced schedule delays.	After discussions with our Risk Engineering Consultant, the customer implemented a water damage prevention program and installed a network of water leak detection sensors throughout the project, supported by monitoring, training and ongoing site reviews.	Near project completion, the system detected a burst pipe in a sixth-floor mechanical room, enabling an immediate response and minimizing damage. The solution delivered an estimated $500,000 in cost avoidance from an investment of just $13,400.

Improving Fleet Safety Through Advanced Driver Monitoring

Effective fleet safety programs can help organizations reduce losses while protecting drivers on the road. Learn how one university partnered with The Hartford's Risk Engineering team to implement a data-driven fleet safety strategy that reduced collisions by 33% and generated an estimated $200,000 in annual savings.

The Risk	Implemented Solutions	Success
A university sought to reduce fleet-related losses and improve driver safety, with opportunities to strengthen driver oversight, training and vehicle monitoring.	After discussions with our Risk Engineering Consultant, the university implemented a comprehensive fleet safety program that combined driver training, continuous driver monitoring, AI-assisted telematics and camera technology. This program is supported by dedicated staff for coaching and event review.	The program improved telematics safety scores from approximately 80% to 95% and reduced auto collisions by 33% year over year. The investment generated an estimated $200,000 in annual savings, while significantly enhancing fleet safety performance.

Preventing Sprain and Strain Injuries with Ergonomic Upgrades

Identifying and addressing ergonomic risks can help organizations create safer and more efficient workplaces. Explore how a university reduced employee injury exposures in its busy mailroom through practical equipment enhancements recommended by The Hartford's Risk Engineering team.

The Risk	Implemented Solutions	Success
A university was experiencing costly employee sprain and strain injuries in its mailroom, where staff routinely bent and reached into deep mail baskets while handling more than 30,000 packages annually.	After an on-site service meeting with our Risk Engineering Consultant, the university upgraded its mailroom equipment by installing spring-loaded basket bottoms, eliminating the awkward bending and reaching motions that contributed to employee injuries.	The ergonomic improvements reduced the risk of future injuries and associated costs. With an investment of just $1,100, the university achieved an estimated $1.7 million in loss avoidance and productivity benefits.

Preventing Fires Through Thermal Infrared Analysis

Preventing losses often starts with identifying risks that aren't visible during routine inspections. Discover how a school's proactive approach to electrical system monitoring uncovered potentially dangerous conditions and helped reduce the risk of a significant fire.

The Risk	Implemented Solutions	Success
A school’s older buildings and aging electrical infrastructure increased the risk of an electrical fire. A fire could have threatened student safety, caused significant property damage and disrupted school operations.	The school proactively requested a thermal infrared inspection of its campuses to identify hidden electrical hazards. Our Risk Engineering Consultant’s inspection uncovered several issues, including a serious condition involving burnt wiring that required immediate repair.	Electrical deficiencies were corrected before a loss occurred, including replacing burnt wiring that could have led to a significant fire. The proactive repairs reduced fire risk, protected students and facilities, and helped avoid potentially substantial property damage and business interruption.